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I have a bad cold/cough with sinus pressure and a deep cough in my chest. is it safe to take advil (ibuprofen) cold and sinus and robitussin dm at the same time?

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Yes: There is no problem taking these medications together. If your symptoms do not resolve in a week or if you develop high fever or shortness of breath then see a doctor right away.

Answered 4/9/2016

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